Instructional Video2:06
Curated Video

Bella Abzug: Pioneering Feminist Icon

9th - Higher Ed
At a time when the U.S. House of Representatives was dominated by men, pioneering feminist Bella Abzug became a law-making force to be reckoned with.
Instructional Video2:20
Curated Video

Back to Work: The Civilian Conservation Corps

9th - Higher Ed
In the 1930s, hundreds of thousands of Americans were recruited across the United States to protect and preserve the country's forests, parks, and fields. The Civilian Conservation Corps, a voluntary work relief program, was way ahead...
Instructional Video2:21
Curated Video

The Watergate Tapes

9th - Higher Ed
Installed in selected rooms at the White House on the President’s orders, this is the story of how a state-of-the-art recording system ultimately led to Richard Nixon’s downfall.
Instructional Video2:38
Curated Video

Congressional Whip

9th - Higher Ed
A Congressional Whip works with the party’s leadership in Congress to make sure everyone follows the agenda and votes together. They’re the muscle – the enforcer in a smart suit.
Instructional Video2:34
Curated Video

Executive Order

9th - Higher Ed
What actual powers does the President have? Well, as it turns out – a lot. Including the power to make new orders at the stroke of a pen.
Instructional Video2:18
Curated Video

Amending the Constitution

9th - Higher Ed
The U.S. Constitution has been amended 27 times in its history, but what did they change, and how?
Instructional Video41:50
The Wall Street Journal

Inside the White House

Higher Ed
Jared Kushner, ​Senior Advisor to the President, aims to rally the resources of the U.S. government around an ambitious set of priorities.
Instructional Video3:00
Curated Video

Washington DC: A Tourist's Guide to the Capital City

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Step into to Washington, DC, one of the most captivating cities in the United States! In this video, we will take you on a virtual tour of this bustling metropolis, known for its rich history, iconic landmarks, and vibrant culture.
Instructional Video
Have Fun With History

Have Fun With History: Meet Your Federal Government

9th - 10th Standards
An introduction and overview of the structure of the U.S. government. A high school senior discovers the makeup of our federal government and how the three branches of government work. [15:00]
Audio
Center For Civic Education

60 Second Civics: The Important Tasks of the First Congress

9th - 10th
Want to learn how the U.S. government was organized? In 1789 the founding fathers began the organization process with Article II of the Constitution. [1 min. 17 secs.]
Audio
Center For Civic Education

60 Second Civics: What Is 60 Second Civics?

9th - 10th
In this episode, host Kaci Patterson introduces 60-Second Civics, the Center for Civic Education's new daily podcast about civics and government. She discusses George Washington's influence in promoting political parties and the...